Halloween Cake Pops are the perfect bite-sized treats for any spooky celebration. With their fun and festive designs, these cake pops bring a creative twist to your Halloween dessert table. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or looking for a fun activity with the kids, making Halloween Cake Pops is an easy and delightful way to enjoy the holiday season. Coated in colorful candy melts and decorated with eerie faces, monsters, or pumpkins, these cake pops are as fun to make as they are to eat.
To create the base for Halloween Cake Pops, start by baking your favorite cake flavor. Once the cake has cooled, crumble it into fine crumbs and mix with frosting. The frosting helps bind the cake crumbs together, forming a dough-like consistency. Once mixed, roll the cake and frosting mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball. Insert a stick into each cake ball and freeze them for a bit to ensure they hold their shape when dipped.
For the fun part – decorating! Dip each cake pop into melted candy melts in orange, purple, black, or white to create the perfect Halloween color palette. You can drizzle different colors of melted chocolate over the pops for a striped effect, or cover them completely for a smooth, shiny finish. After dipping, let the cake pops cool and harden before adding spooky faces, like jack-o’-lanterns, mummies, or googly-eyed monsters.
Halloween Cake Pops can be further decorated with sprinkles, edible glitter, or chocolate drizzle for an extra touch of flair. You can also use fondant or colored icing to pipe designs, making each cake pop look like a miniature piece of Halloween art. For a cute and creepy touch, you could add little candy eyeballs or use white chocolate to create spider webs or ghost faces.
These cake pops are easy to customize, allowing you to get creative with different designs and flavors. You can make classic chocolate or vanilla cake pops or add in other fall-inspired flavors like pumpkin spice or caramel. Whether you’re serving them at a party, giving them out as favors, or enjoying them as a treat, Halloween Cake Pops are a fun and delicious way to bring some spooky cheer to your celebration!
Ingredients
- 1 box cake mix your choice of flavor
- 1 cup frosting your choice of flavor
- 2 cups chocolate chips for coating
- as needed sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Bake the cake as per the package instructions and let it cool completely.
- Crumble the cake into a large bowl and mix in frosting until the mixture can be easily formed into balls.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and chill them in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Dip the ends of lollipop sticks into melted chocolate, then insert them into each cake ball.
- Dip each cake pop into the melted chocolate to coat, letting excess drip off. Apply sprinkles or decoration while the chocolate is still wet.
- Allow the cake pops to set completely before serving.
I absolutely love making seasonal recipes, and these Halloween cake pops are just perfect! Not only are they incredibly delicious, but they’re also so much fun to make. The kids were thrilled with how they looked, and even the adults were pleasantly surprised. Thank you for this amazing recipe, it’s definitely going to become a tradition for our Halloween parties!
These look so fun! I haven’t tried them yet, but I’m definitely saving the recipe for my next party. Can’t wait to see how they turn out!
It really is simple to make and so delightful. You should definitely give it a try, especially if you’re looking for something fun and tasty for your next party.
Verry fun and easy! Even my cat didn’t hate them!
I don’t get why people love these. They just seem like glorified cake balls to me. 🤷♂️
These cake pops are a hit at every party! So easy to make and super delicious. Definitely a 5 from me!
I made these for a party and everyone loved them! Will definitely make again.
Super easy recipe! I used red velvet cake and cream cheese frosting. So good!
Cake pops? Sounds complicated lol. I’d rather just eat a slice of cake 🤷♂️!
I was skeptical, but these actually turned out good. My co-workers were impressed!
Wow, coworkers impressed? I doubt they could’ve liked them that much, it’s just cake on a stick!
That’s awesome! I’m glad they turned out well for you! I was hesitant too, but now I’m convinced to try it!
LOL, how do you make them look like yours in the pic? Mine look like blobs!
I dunno, mine always turn out weird too. Maybe they’re too soft or something? 🤷♂️
Practice makes perfect! Maybe try to roll them a bit smoother? And make sure they’re really chilled before dipping.
I’m confused. How do you melt chocolate chips? Is it really that hard? 🤔
Just a tip: you can use cookie dough instead of cake mix for a more chewy texture. I did that once! It was cool.
These turned out amazing! My kids loved helping make them for their Halloween party. 🍬
Wasn’t hard to make, but the chocolate just wouldn’t stick right. Mine ended up lookin weird lol.
I had the same issue! Maybe try letting the chocolate cool a bit before dipping? It might help it stick better. Good luck!
Wish I could make them as pretty as the picture! Mine looked more like blobs. 😂
They look cute but tasted a bit too sweet for me. Maybe less frosting next time? 🤔
This looks like a lot of work. I just buy them from the store usually. But I might try this for Halloween.
Confusing instructions! Do I need to let the cake cool even if it says so? 😕
Yes, you definitely need to let the cake cool completely! Otherwise, you might end up with a mess when you try to crumble it. Trust the recipe! 😊
Recipe seems easy, but I don’t trust that microwave method for melting chocolate. Isn’t the double boiler better?
I get what you’re saying! The double boiler is definitely a classic. But microwaving can work if you keep an eye on it!
I tried these and they came out a bit messy. The chocolate didn’t stick well. 🙁
I don’t know why people make these. Just buy a cake. Sounds easier!
To dip properly, you gotta not let it cool too much! I messed mine up the first time; now I know!
Totally agree! The timing is everything, I just learned that the hard way too! 🍰
These turned out amazing! My kids loved them! 🎃
Delicious! I used red velvet cake and cream cheese frosting. So festive! 🎉
That sounds super tasty! Red velvet and cream cheese is such a great combo. I’m gonna try it! 🎂❤️
Epic win! These are a hit with my friends! 🎉
5 stars! So good! I added orange and black sprinkles for Halloween!
Super fun to make! We made them for Halloween and decorated them like little monsters. Thank you for this recipe!
I dunno, they were okay, but my kids wanted more chocolate flavor, so we dipped them twice. More chocolate, I say!
Honestly, they taste kinda dry. I think I overbaked the cake. Gonna try with more frosting next time. 😕
They kinda fell apart when I dipped them… not sure if it was my fault. 🤷♀️
It happens! They’re tricky to dip sometimes. Maybe let them chill a bit longer next time? 😊
These are so cute! Can’t wait to make them for my daughter’s party. 🎉
I tried using vanilla yogurt instead of frosting… it did not work at all! They were too mushy 😅.
I followed the recipe but my pops fell apart when I dipped them. What did I do wrong? 😩
This was super easy and fun! I’ve never made cake pops before and they turned out great!
I don’t like chocolate much. Can I use white chocolate? Asking for a friend.
Sure, white chocolate would work fine! Just be aware it’s a bit sweeter than regular chocolate.
I guess you can use white choc but it might not taste as good. Just sayin’.
They’re OK, but the chocolate was way too sweet for my taste. Maybe try using less frosting?
I agree! The chocolate frosting can be over the top. Less is more sometimes. 😅
Aren’t these just cookies on a stick? I don’t see the appeal honestly.
Made these with my little sister, messy but fun! Thx for the recipe!
Yum!
I tried making these, but they fell apart when I dipped them in chocolate. Any tips?
Make sure the cake balls are really cold before dipping them in chocolate. It helps them hold their shape better!
Tried this recipe, but my cake pops turned out too soft and fell apart. Did I mix the frosting too much?!
Cake mix is so easi. Love it. Yum!
Yummy! I used red velvet cake mix and cream cheese frosting. They came out spooky and tasty! 👻
I followed the instructions but my chocolate didn’t stick. What am I doing wrong? 😩
These are super cute! I made them for my kids’ Halloween party and they loved them!
I think they taste weird… like, is cake supposed to be this soft? I don’t know.
I totally get what you mean! Cake pops can be a bit different from regular cake. The softness is normal since they are meant to be moist and blended with frosting. Maybe they just need to set a bit more? 😊
Nice recipe! Just got done making these and they look sooo cute with sprinkles. Perfect for Halloween 🎃
Yummm! Can’t wait to take these to my kids’ school. They’ll go crazy for these cake pops! 🍬
YUMM! I used red velvet cake and cream cheese frosting, they turned out amazing!
These cake pops are super cute! Made them for a Halloween party and they were a hit! 🎃
So glad to hear you loved them! 🎉 Perfect for Halloween! Do you think they’d work for other parties too?
My kids loved making these! Fun activity and they are super cute! 🎃
Y’all! I forgot to cool the cake, and it was a mess! 😂
Oh no! 😄 Happens to the best of us! At least it still tasted good, right? Next time, just let it chill a bit longer.
You shouldn’t forget to cool it!! That’s like rule number 1 in baking! Lol. Might still be able to salvage it, though?
I don’t get it. Why do they call it ‘cake pops’? It’s just cake on a stick! What’s next, bread sticks?
Why would you roll cake in frosting? Sounds messy. I’d rather just eat the cake! 😂
Yum!!! 🤤 My kids loved them, will make every Halloween!
Just okay. I’ve had better cake pops from the store. This recipe isn’t great.
I didn’t have chocolate chips, so I melted some peanut butter instead. Still tasted good but not as fancy.
I thought cake pops were hard but this recipe made it so easy! Thanks!
I tried this recipe and it really is doable! Glad you enjoyed it too!
These cake pops are super cute! Made them for my kids Halloween party and they loved them.
Uh, do u really need 2 cups of chocolate chips?? Seems like too much. 🤔
Just made these for a party and everyone loved them! I’ll definitely be making more! 😍
Why use a box mix? Homebaked tastes better. Make a real cake!
Box mixes are super convenient and still taste great! Not everyone has time to bake from scratch. Plus, these cake pops are gonna be fun for Halloween!
Meh. Didn’t like it. Cake pops are overrated. Just giv me cake already! 👎
I kinda get what you’re saying! Cake pops can be a bit much sometimes. But they’re fun for parties! 🎉
These are amazing! I made them for my kid’s Halloween party and everyone loved them!
That sounds so fun! Cake pops are a hit at parties! 🎉
This recipe is too complicated. Ain’t nobody got time for that! 😒
These cake pops are amazing! Super easy to make and taste delish!
Do you really need to chill them for an hour? I forgot and just dipped them right away. Still worked out! 😜
Cake popz!
These look super fun! Can’t wait to try them for my Halloween party! 🎉
Cake mix? Isn’t that cheating? I’ll stick to my grandma’s recipe. 🤷♂️
I don’t get how these are ‘cake pops’ if you just throw some frosting in a cake. Sounds weird.
Uhhh, where do you even buy cake mix? I’ve only ever used flour and eggs. Is this a new trend?
You can usually find cake mix in the baking aisle at the grocery store! It’s super convenient and a lot of people use it. It’s not really a trend, just a shortcut! 🙂
Delicious! I used red velvet cake mix and cream cheese frosting. Yummm!
I don’t understand how this is Halloween themed? Like, where’s the pumpkin? 🤔
They tasted good but my chocolate got clumpy, idk what I did wrong! Lol
Clumpy chocolate can happen if you heat it too much. Try melting it slower next time! 😊
So easy! My niece helped me make these and we had a blast! Going to try different flavors next time.
Sounds like so much fun! Can’t wait to try it too! 🎉
Is it really that easy? I’ve never made cake pops before. 🤔